Dyed Polyester Poplin Broadcloth Fabric
A dyed plain weave poplin or broadcloth fabric made from polyester artificial staple fibres. Its non-square construction and weight above lightweight thresholds qualify it as poplin or broadcloth under the chapter's definitions.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is unbleached or bleached rather than dyed
The subheading distinguishes by colour treatment; unbleached or bleached fabrics fall under this alternative.
If the fabric is made predominantly of polyester staple fibres and is of a type not covered by heading 55.16
Polyester staple fibre woven fabrics may be classified in heading 55.15 when they do not meet the specific descriptions of heading 55.16.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fabric is classified as woven fabric of artificial staple fibres, not synthetic, as this affects the tariff item
• Provide a laboratory analysis or manufacturer's specification sheet confirming fibre composition and weave construction to the CBSA
• Verify the dyeing process is uniform and meets the definition of 'dyed' under the section notes
Related Products under Tariff item 5516.92.00
Acrylic Staple Fiber Printcloth (615)
A dyed plain weave printcloth from acrylic artificial staple fibres, under 170 g/m² with square construction and yarn numbers between 43 and 68. It meets the specific printcloth criteria for this tariff item.
Apparel Lining Printcloth (615)
A narrow dyed printcloth (under 168 cm width) from polyester staple fibres, used for garment linings. It meets the printcloth specifications of plain weave, under 170 g/m², and square construction with over 33 singles yarns per cm².
Dyed Acetate Batiste Fabric
This is a fine, lightweight plain weave batiste fabric made from acetate staple fibres, dyed for use in dress shirts and linings. It weighs under 170 g/m² and has a soft, smooth texture characteristic of batiste. It is classified under tariff item 5516.92.00 as a dyed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres.
Dyed Acetate Staple Poplin Curtain Material
Dyed plain weave poplin from acetate staple fibers for curtains, non-square per note (a), classified under tariff item 5516.92.00. Light-filtering properties for window treatments.
Dyed Acetate Voile Curtain Fabric
This is a sheer dyed voile fabric made from acetate staple fibres, designed for lightweight curtains. It weighs less than 170 g/m² and features a transparent, airy weave typical of voile. It is classified under tariff item 5516.92.00 as a dyed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres.
Dyed Acrylic Poplin Shirt Fabric
A dyed plain weave broadcloth fabric from acrylic staple fibers, designed for men's shirts, fitting poplin definition under chapter 55 note (a) with non-square weave and specified weight. Classified under tariff item 5516.92.00.